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NHTSA Recall 25V914000: Electrical system

Braun Industries, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 162 vehicles. It affects 7 models including the Braun Ambulances Chief XL Type I.

162
vehicles potentially affected
7
models affected
2026
owners notified (January 12)
NHTSA campaign25V914000
Manufacturer campaign2025-02
ComponentELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Report receivedDecember 31, 2025
Owner notificationJanuary 12, 2026
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Braun Industries, Inc. (Braun Ambulances) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Chief XL I, Chief XL III, 2021-2025 Express Plus I, Liberty I, 2025 Express III, Select Chief XL I, and Super Chief I emergency vehicles equipped with a Pran system. The battery isolator may fail, causing a loss of electrical systems such as interior, exterior lighting, and patient support systems.

Safety risk

A loss of exterior lights can reduce the visibility of the vehicle to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. A loss of patient support systems can delay care, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Braun Service or an authorized dealer will update the software, modify wiring, and replace the battery isolator, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 12, 2026. Owners may contact Braun Ambulances' customer service at 1-877-344-9990. Braun Ambulances number for this recall is 2025-02.

Vehicles covered by recall 25V914000

Make and modelModel years
Braun Ambulances Chief XL Type I2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026
Braun Ambulances Chief XL Type III2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026
Braun Ambulances Express Plus Type I2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
Braun Ambulances Express Type III2025
Braun Ambulances Liberty Type I2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
Braun Ambulances Select Chief XL I2025
Braun Ambulances Super Chief Type I2025

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.